Job ID
39016
Job Title
Project Technician /agriculture engineer
To work for
IC & I
Country
Syria
City
Homs
Field of Work
Agriculture - Humanitarian/Disasters
Job Type
Full time
Military service
Finished or Exempted (For male)
Minimum Education Level
Master
Responsibilities
II. Context
UNDP in Homs has initiated income-generating agricultural interventions for rural families with a focus on environmentally sustainable practices. These interventions encompass promoting sustainable agricultural techniques such as compost production, rainwater harvesting, fodder alternatives, and supporting home food processing initiatives. In 2024, UNDP Homs will continue these interventions across various areas of the Homs countryside, both directly and through implementing partners.
The scope of work involves planning, implementation, and learning through documenting lessons learned and conducting periodic evaluations of activities. Effective communication with specialized technical authorities from the government and private sectors is essential.
III. Objectives of the Assignment
Under the overall direction and supervision of the Central Area Manager and Technical Officer, the Project Technician will be responsible for ensuring the successful technical achievement of all project activities and providing follow-up support to beneficiaries to ensure adherence to technical specifications and project goals.
IV. Scope of work (Indicate if this is Time-Based Contract or Output Based)
Time-Based Contract
V. Final product/Deliverables (For Output Based Contracts, clearly indicate milestones and percentage of total lump sum that will be paid for completion of each milestone)
Develop a comprehensive planning mechanism to efficiently achieve project objectives, key performance indicators, and meet project deadlines.
Provide technical supervision of project activities.
Monitor the implementation of planned activities and ensure adherence to timelines.
Ensure timely preparation and compilation of the project work plan.
Establish effective coordination, information sharing, and reporting systems.
Conduct daily field visits to monitor project progress comprehensively.
Submit monthly progress reports and a final report detailing progress against the project plan, achievements, challenges faced, risk updates, and proposed corrective actions.
Liaise with contractors/vendors to ensure delivered machines and tools meet specified technical requirements.
Ensure materials provided by vendors meet requested specifications and maintain records of received quantities.
Ensure beneficiaries receive expected outcomes and satisfaction with project results, soliciting and incorporating their feedback as necessary.
Facilitate networking and knowledge sharing through continuous coordination with local stakeholders, including community representatives, leaders, and beneficiaries.
Perform any other duties as required.
UNDP in Homs has initiated income-generating agricultural interventions for rural families with a focus on environmentally sustainable practices. These interventions encompass promoting sustainable agricultural techniques such as compost production, rainwater harvesting, fodder alternatives, and supporting home food processing initiatives. In 2024, UNDP Homs will continue these interventions across various areas of the Homs countryside, both directly and through implementing partners.
The scope of work involves planning, implementation, and learning through documenting lessons learned and conducting periodic evaluations of activities. Effective communication with specialized technical authorities from the government and private sectors is essential.
III. Objectives of the Assignment
Under the overall direction and supervision of the Central Area Manager and Technical Officer, the Project Technician will be responsible for ensuring the successful technical achievement of all project activities and providing follow-up support to beneficiaries to ensure adherence to technical specifications and project goals.
IV. Scope of work (Indicate if this is Time-Based Contract or Output Based)
Time-Based Contract
V. Final product/Deliverables (For Output Based Contracts, clearly indicate milestones and percentage of total lump sum that will be paid for completion of each milestone)
Develop a comprehensive planning mechanism to efficiently achieve project objectives, key performance indicators, and meet project deadlines.
Provide technical supervision of project activities.
Monitor the implementation of planned activities and ensure adherence to timelines.
Ensure timely preparation and compilation of the project work plan.
Establish effective coordination, information sharing, and reporting systems.
Conduct daily field visits to monitor project progress comprehensively.
Submit monthly progress reports and a final report detailing progress against the project plan, achievements, challenges faced, risk updates, and proposed corrective actions.
Liaise with contractors/vendors to ensure delivered machines and tools meet specified technical requirements.
Ensure materials provided by vendors meet requested specifications and maintain records of received quantities.
Ensure beneficiaries receive expected outcomes and satisfaction with project results, soliciting and incorporating their feedback as necessary.
Facilitate networking and knowledge sharing through continuous coordination with local stakeholders, including community representatives, leaders, and beneficiaries.
Perform any other duties as required.
Qualifications
VII. Recruitment Qualifications
Education: Bachelor Degree, master or PHD in agricultural engineering or another related field.
Experience: Minimum of 2 years’ practical work experience in (the field of project’s activities) is very important.
Has experience 2 years at least in field works.
At least 2 years of experience in humanitarian work in associations or organizations.
Language Requirements: Arabic and working knowledge of English is an asset.
Core Competencies: As above
Functional/Technical Competencies: As above
VI: Competencies
-Core Competencies
-Communication: Ability to effectively communicate with stakeholders at various levels, including beneficiaries, government authorities, and implementing partners, to ensure clear understanding of project objectives and requirements.
-Teamwork: Demonstrated capacity to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team environment, fostering a spirit of cooperation and shared goals towards achieving project success.
-Problem-solving: Proven ability to identify and analyze problems, propose viable solutions, and implement appropriate actions to overcome challenges encountered during project implementation.
-Adaptability: Flexibility to adapt to changing circumstances and priorities, adjusting strategies and approaches as needed to ensure project objectives are met within given constraints.
-Time Management: Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize tasks effectively, ensuring timely completion of project deliverables and adherence to project timelines.
II. Functional Competencies
-Technical Expertise: Proficiency in agricultural practices and techniques, including compost production, rainwater harvesting, fodder alternatives, and home food processing, to provide effective technical supervision and guidance to project activities.
-Planning and Coordination: Ability to develop comprehensive project plans, establish effective coordination mechanisms, and ensure alignment of project activities with overall objectives and key performance indicators.
-Monitoring and Evaluation: Experience in monitoring project implementation, conducting regular evaluations, and documenting lessons learned to inform decision-making and improve project effectiveness.
-Vendor Management: Skill in liaising with contractors and vendors to ensure delivery of machines and tools that meet specified technical requirements, and maintaining records of received quantities to ensure compliance with project standards.
-Stakeholder Engagement: Capacity to engage with diverse stakeholders, including local communities, leaders, and beneficiaries, to foster collaboration, gather feedback, and promote knowledge sharing for enhanced project outcomes.
-Reporting and Documentation: Proficiency in preparing comprehensive progress reports, including monthly updates and final reports, detailing project achievements, challenges faced, risk assessments, and proposed corrective actions in a clear and concise manner.
-Beneficiary Focus: Commitment to ensuring beneficiaries receive expected outcomes and satisfaction with project results, actively seeking and incorporating their feedback to improve project delivery and impact.
-Networking and Relationship Building: Ability to build and maintain effective relationships with local stakeholders, including community representatives and leaders, to facilitate networking, collaboration, and resource mobilization in support of project objectives.
-Continuous Learning: Willingness to continuously update knowledge and skills in relevant technical areas, staying informed about best practices and innovative approaches in agriculture and rural development to enhance project performance and outcomes.
Education: Bachelor Degree, master or PHD in agricultural engineering or another related field.
Experience: Minimum of 2 years’ practical work experience in (the field of project’s activities) is very important.
Has experience 2 years at least in field works.
At least 2 years of experience in humanitarian work in associations or organizations.
Language Requirements: Arabic and working knowledge of English is an asset.
Core Competencies: As above
Functional/Technical Competencies: As above
VI: Competencies
-Core Competencies
-Communication: Ability to effectively communicate with stakeholders at various levels, including beneficiaries, government authorities, and implementing partners, to ensure clear understanding of project objectives and requirements.
-Teamwork: Demonstrated capacity to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team environment, fostering a spirit of cooperation and shared goals towards achieving project success.
-Problem-solving: Proven ability to identify and analyze problems, propose viable solutions, and implement appropriate actions to overcome challenges encountered during project implementation.
-Adaptability: Flexibility to adapt to changing circumstances and priorities, adjusting strategies and approaches as needed to ensure project objectives are met within given constraints.
-Time Management: Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize tasks effectively, ensuring timely completion of project deliverables and adherence to project timelines.
II. Functional Competencies
-Technical Expertise: Proficiency in agricultural practices and techniques, including compost production, rainwater harvesting, fodder alternatives, and home food processing, to provide effective technical supervision and guidance to project activities.
-Planning and Coordination: Ability to develop comprehensive project plans, establish effective coordination mechanisms, and ensure alignment of project activities with overall objectives and key performance indicators.
-Monitoring and Evaluation: Experience in monitoring project implementation, conducting regular evaluations, and documenting lessons learned to inform decision-making and improve project effectiveness.
-Vendor Management: Skill in liaising with contractors and vendors to ensure delivery of machines and tools that meet specified technical requirements, and maintaining records of received quantities to ensure compliance with project standards.
-Stakeholder Engagement: Capacity to engage with diverse stakeholders, including local communities, leaders, and beneficiaries, to foster collaboration, gather feedback, and promote knowledge sharing for enhanced project outcomes.
-Reporting and Documentation: Proficiency in preparing comprehensive progress reports, including monthly updates and final reports, detailing project achievements, challenges faced, risk assessments, and proposed corrective actions in a clear and concise manner.
-Beneficiary Focus: Commitment to ensuring beneficiaries receive expected outcomes and satisfaction with project results, actively seeking and incorporating their feedback to improve project delivery and impact.
-Networking and Relationship Building: Ability to build and maintain effective relationships with local stakeholders, including community representatives and leaders, to facilitate networking, collaboration, and resource mobilization in support of project objectives.
-Continuous Learning: Willingness to continuously update knowledge and skills in relevant technical areas, staying informed about best practices and innovative approaches in agriculture and rural development to enhance project performance and outcomes.
Salary and Benefits
- This position is with ICI for the benefit of UNDP Regenerative agriculture – Agri Livelihoods- Homs
-Expected Places of Travel: Homs / Qusayr /Talkalakh / Mukharam
-Candidates with more than 3 months Third Party Personnel contract validity, will not be eligible to apply for this position
-Duration and Type of Assignment: 8 months
-Expected Places of Travel: Homs / Qusayr /Talkalakh / Mukharam
-Candidates with more than 3 months Third Party Personnel contract validity, will not be eligible to apply for this position
-Duration and Type of Assignment: 8 months
About us
Consultancy Company
Required employees number
1
Posted On
Apr 15, 2024
Expiry Date
Apr 25, 2024
CV Language
English